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Top South Island 5 Star hotels
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Clean room, lovely location, good amenities
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
LyLo Christchurch
Clean and efficient, great for short stays pre/post flight
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Great location and beautiful hotel. The rooms are a little small, but well appointed. You can walk to great food options and there is easy street parking
Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025
Quest on Kilmore
Clean and good location
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Clean room, great property to stay and excellent location.
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Loved the location, staff was accommodating in the hotel, spa, and restaurant. Our suite with living room had a fireplace and dining and lounging deck overlooking the lake.
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Bealey Quarter
Staff were quite friendly
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
Sudima Kaikoura
The check in process was smooth with concierge actively helping with bags and finding what you needed. Rooms were clean and adjoining. We ate at the restaurant and it was fine for happy hour drinks and small plates. The pool was heated (but still not very warm). The location was nice and it was the ...
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
This place was better than the reviews we read before booking. Easy and smooth check in by very friendly and professional staff. Convenient allocated car park for an fee underneath the building. The one bedroom apartment was spotless and well stocked with tea, coffee, hot chocolate. Close to the ...
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Sudima Christchurch City
Everything was excellent. Staff was there to welcome us and carry the luggage though we arrived past midnight. One of the best welcome we experienced during our travel. The staff (Ameerah) was very warm and helpful in giving us suggestions and tips for seeing around. Dinner was outstanding . Will ...
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
South Island Resorts & 5 Star Hotels
Looking for your own little slice of heaven during your next trip? Check out all the best 5-star hotels in South Island to make sure your trip is as extravagantly comfortable as you expect.
Whether you plan on staying in your room the whole time or getting out and enjoying the city, you’ll be living the life while staying at your luxury accommodation. With so many amenities at your beck and call, you might try to turn your stay into a staycation!
Many of the 5-star hotels have award-winning restaurants you can dine at, as well as plush bedding and a concierge service to take care of your every need. Most also offer pools and modern fitness centers, not to mention high-speed Wi-Fi.
For your next trip, book a hotel that can be your own little hideaway, whether you’re in town for business or leisure. South Island 5-star hotels provide you with all the comforts and amenities you expect from a sophisticated hotel, with a staff that’s happy to ensure you have everything you need to feel at home.
Whether you’re a first-time guest, or you’ve stayed in 5-star hotels in South Island before, you’ll have no shortage of options to choose from on your next trip when you book with Travelocity. Browse our vast selection and find great deals on luxury lodging.